Forklift Technician

Value Logistics; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics located in Gauteng seeks a qualified Vehicle Repair Technician to service and repair vehicles according to OE specifications. The role involves evaluating vehicle defects, compiling technical reports, and training assistants. Candidates must possess a Grade 12 education and a Red Seal qualification, along with practical experience in vehicle maintenance.

Qualifications

• Red Seal qualification required.
• 2+ years of related experience preferred.
• Grade 12 educational qualification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on vehicles.
• Compile technical reports and monitor productivity.
• Guide and train assistants in the workshop.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Technical report writing

Defect evaluation

Parts assembly

Health and safety compliance

Education

Grade 12 (Matric)

Red Seal Qualification

Job description

Purpose of the Job

Perform tasks such as the removal/stripping of vehicle parts, cleaning of spare parts and components, keeping the workstation and tools clean, and assembling spare parts and components.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate/check vehicles for general defects before doing any repairs
• Compile technical reports on the scope to repair required
• List spare parts required to repair vehicle
• Strip components of vehicles
• Clean and assess parts for wear and damages
• Assemble stripped-down components with new and used parts
• Identify systems on component failure, discuss with the team leader and workshop foreman, and record findings on the job card
• List all tasks performed on the vehicle on the job card, the spares used, and the time taken to complete each task
• Service and repair vehicle to OE specifications and schedules
• Perform standby/breakdown after-hour duty
• Maintain acceptable productivity and efficiency levels
• Monitor, train, and guide repair shop assistants and semi-skilled artisans
• Report unsafe working conditions/equipment to team leaders/workshop foremen
• Ensure Standard Operating Procedures are adhered to
• Assist in relevant operations/operational functions as required
• Maintain professional conduct
• Ensure the dress code is in accordance with company Standard Operating Procedures
• Maintain housekeeping standards on a daily basis
• Ensure standards of Health and Safety are maintained.

Minimum Requirements

• Grade 12 (Matric)
• Red Seal Qualification
• 2+ years of related experience advantageous